Vacancies
MECHANICAL SALES ENGINEER
full-time Spintex 27 Oct 2023
Our client, a leader in the engineering industry is looking for an experienced person to fill the role of a Mechanical Sales Engineer to assist in the operations of the business.
ROLE PROFILE
The successful candidate will be responsible for driving sales and revenue growth by effectively providing technical expertise to clients, promoting and selling the company’s products and services to customers as well as building long-term relationships to drive business growth. He or she would undertake the following duties as well:
- Identify the needs of mining company’s requirements for rotating and static equipment such as pumps, valves, agitating mixers, electric motors, and spare parts.
- Advise management on how best to meet the client’s needs and specifications.
- Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve sales targets and maximize market penetration.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities by proactively engaging with potential customers, attending industry events, and conducting market research.
- Work closely with customers to understand their technical requirements and provide solutions.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to create effective promotional materials and campaigns.
- Prepare and deliver technical presentations and demonstrations to customers.
- Collaborate with the engineering team to ensure accurate product specifications and customized solutions for clients.
- Provide technical support to customers throughout the sales process.
- Collaborate with the sales team to develop proposals and quotes.
- Negotiate contracts and close sales to aid business continuity and expansion
- Maintain a deep understanding of our product portfolio and stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and competitors.
- Provide feedback to the product development team regarding sales activities, market trends, and customer feedback to improve products and services.
- Prepare accurate sales reports, including pipeline updates, sales forecasts, and market analysis.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer or in a similar role.
- Experience in selling technical industrial products to the mining industry
REQUIREMENTS
- Must have a strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles.
- Should possess excellent communication and presentation skills
- Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships.
- Must have a results-oriented mindset with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
- Must be self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
- Proficient in using CRM software and other sales tools.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Must have a Driving license.